we made the reservation 5 minutes before we checked in. originally they said that they were full, but saw that we had made a reservation and bent backwards to get us in! this was a godsend because otherwise we would have had 2 drive another couple hours to find a hotel.

the location was great, right next to the heart of downtown with much to do and much to eat.

It's a 10 minute (3,200 KRW) taxi ride from the bus station, and it's a quick 15 minute walk to an amazing burger restaurant/microbrewery (Ramos Burgers, if you're so inclined) and beautiful park.

My apartment doesn't have a bathtub so this was a very pleasant and welcome surprise, especially since bubble bath was provided! The only negative was that the A/C didn't work, and my room was quite warm - if you're visiting in winter, rest assured that the ondol works! I left the window open for a few hours at night while I explored around town, and it was cool enough to sleep by the time I got back. Polite staff, clean room, plenty of bedding (if you're used to Western beds just double it up and you'll be OK). I'd definitely come back.

The hotel oaverall was good for a single man. The view overlooking the lake was also great, I woke up to the scenic lake and mountainous view and enjoyed it.

The negatives would be the noise tht you will hear at night if the Mime Festival is going on--in May only. Also the restaurant service was poor downstairs and expensive. If you want american food or like shopping you will have to travel to the city which is a 10-15 minute ride depending on traffic. There were a few English TV channels, no internet in the rooms and the beds left me with a backache. If I visited again with my wife, I would not have her stay there.

Traveler impressions of Chuncheon-si

Chuncheon-si is a nice place for natural beauty, sightseeing for its scenery and out. It is popular to cycle around Chuncheon-si.

There are also some temple-stays available at Chuncheon-si. Place of interests include Soyanggang Dam, Gangchon Rail Park, Chuncheon Makguksu Museum, Eco villages. One can also enjoy outdoor activities like paragliding, bunjee jump here. Chuncheon is easily accessible by ITX (Intercity Express) Cheongchun line from various stations in Seoul(Yongsan - the terminal station, Oksu, Wangsimni etc.).

Visit Nami Island was very satisfying although we had a very short time stay there since we went with a tour group.

May I recommend that staff at information desk located at chuncheon station should be versatile in English language since tourists flock in there to ask many inquiries about details of city tour, in that way, everything will be clear . Also the tour guide shld also speak English to explain the details of the tour sites visited. We did not understand a thing abt what the guide was talking about during our tour

Nice town that can be reached by underground from Seoul (probably the farthest station from central Seoul, and takes two changes of trains).

But it is well worth a visit and also an overnight stay. It is about 40 minutes from the beautiful Nami island, which is a great place for pictures and leisurely stroll. The barbecued chicken is also yummy. The "Barbecued Chicken Street", where restaurants serving the regional dish flourish, is only 5 minutes away from the Chuncheon Tourist Hotel where we stayed.

Chuncheon is easily accessible via train from Seoul. Two of the must-do in Chuncheon-si is having Dakgalbi meal, and visit Namiseom island or travelling around Chuncheon famous for it being primary location for filming Winter Sonata, one of famous Korean drama.

Wong,Malaysia

It's a nice and quite city with some special attractions nearby. Although the transportation network is not well developed, it is worth to go for a visit.

Tam,Hong Kong

Close to famous Nami island, so it is a good place to stay after playing around there.
And it is famous for delicious dakgalbi and makguksu.

Nice city and people are friendly. The Chuncheon Tourist Hotel is in an excellent location. Value for money.

Ang,Singapore

A truly amazing city, a selection of Dams to visit, Parks etc and even a Jade mine, be careful if you use the City Tour Bus from Chuncheon Rail Station, the guides do not speak English and no translation facilities are provided.

One of the cheapest ways to get around the City is by bus, first purchase a transit card, sold at varying places, bus stations and train stations, cost 2500 Won, you then have to charge up the card, we found this was easily done at any train station. Then away you go, within the city it is a flat fee of 1200 won to go anywhere.
Failing that there are millions of taxis, minimum fare 2200 won.

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More about Chuncheon-si

Chuncheon is the capital of Gangwon province in northeastern South Korea, and is a favorite weekend getaway for Seoul’s residents or travelers who need a little break from the bustling city. This quiet, picturesque city is the perfect antidote to the noise and excitement of the big city, and being just a three-hour drive from Incheon International Airport, the city is easy enough to reach either by car or bus.

Also known as South Korea’s national treasure, Cheongpyeong-Sa Temple dates back to the year 975. The walk up to the mountain takes the visitor through a picturesque valley and alongside a stream. This is one of the most beautiful sites in the country, and the hike isn’t one that can’t be done even by a novice hiker. While the walk up to the temple is possible to undertake, there is also a ferry leaving from Soyang Dam and arriving at the temple site. This is also a viable option, and an equally scenic, if not as physically demanding, method of seeing this regions stunning natural landscape.

Gongjicheon Sculpture Park is an outdoor art space, featuring many sculptures and monuments to Korean life, complete with a replica of an ancient water clock. Rent a paddle boat for cruising around the river, or just enjoy a simple picnic in the park while taking in the scene of locals and visitors taking relaxing walks in the park.

There’s a lot more to see and do in Chuncheon, and the best way to discover what else this city has to offer in terms of attractions, landmarks, and hotels is by exploring the interactive map on this page.